of Education Conceptual Framework
Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education
of the Conceptual Framework
The School of Education focuses on five themes:
core (general knowledge)
building of caring communities.
Interstate New Teacher Assessment and Support Consortium
Standard One -
Knowledge of Subject Matter
The teacher understands the central concepts, tools
of inquiry, and structure of the discipline(s) he or
she teaches and can create learning experiences that
make these aspects of subject matter meaningful for
to entry fulfilling Standard One
- Knowledge of Human Development and Learning
The teacher understands how children learn and develop
and can provide learning opportunities that support
their intellectual, social, and personal development.
to entry fulfilling Standard Two
Standard Three - Adapting Instruction for
The teacher understands how students differ in their
approaches to learning and creates instructional opportunities
that are adapted to diverse learners.
to entry fulfilling Standard Three
Standard Four -
Multiple Instructional Strategies
The teacher understands and uses a variety of instructional
strategies to encourage students' development of critical
thinking, problem solving, and performance skills.
to entry fulfilling Standard Four
Standard Five - Classroom Motivation and
The teacher uses an understanding of individual and
group motivation and behavior to create a learning environment
that encourages positive social interaction, active
engagement in learning, and self-motivation.
to entry fulfilling Standard Five
Standard Six -
The teacher uses knowledge of effective verbal, nonverbal,
and media communication techniques to foster active
inquiry, collaboration, and supportive interaction in
to entry fulfilling Standard Six
Standard Seven -
Instructional Planning Skills
The teacher plans instruction based on knowledge of
subject matter, students, the community, and curriculum
to entry fulfilling Standard Seven
- Assessment of Student Learning
The teacher understands and uses formal and informal
assessment strategies to ensure the continuous intellectual,
social, and physical development of the learner.
to entry fulfilling Standard Eight
Standard Nine -
Professional Commitment and Responsibility
The teacher is a reflective practitioner who continually
evaluates the effects of his or her choices and actions
on others (students, parents, and other professionals
in the learning community) and who actively seeks out
opportunities to grow professionally.
to entry fulfilling Standard Nine
Standard Ten -
The teacher fosters relationships with school colleagues,
parents, and agencies in the larger community to support
students' learning and well-being.
to entry fulfilling Standard Ten